- the Army described the ceremony as deeply solemn and filled with emotion
- the soldiers were honoured in recognition of their dedication and ultimate sacrifice in service to the country
- They paid tribute to the deceased, describing them as brave patriots who gave their lives defending the nation
The Nigerian Army on Wednesday conducted the burial of Brigadier General Oseni Braimah, Captain Ismail, and several other troops who lost their lives during a recent insurgent attack in Borno State.
Eko Hot Blog gathered that the soldiers were interred with full military honours at the Maimalari Cantonment Cemetery in Maiduguri.
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They had been killed on April 9 after fighters believed to be from Boko Haram and the Islamic State West Africa Province carried out coordinated assaults on military positions in Benisheikh, a key town in Kaga Local Government Area along the Maiduguri–Damaturu highway.
In a statement shared on its official Facebook page, the Army described the ceremony as deeply solemn and filled with emotion.
It noted that the event, held on April 15, 2026, was marked by grief, respect, and reflection as the nation paid its final respects to the fallen personnel.
According to the statement, the soldiers were honoured in recognition of their dedication and ultimate sacrifice in service to the country.
Their deaths, it added, highlight the significant risks faced daily by members of the Armed Forces in protecting Nigeria’s unity and security.
The ceremony was attended by Borno State Governor Babagana Zulum, the Chief of Defence Staff, Christopher Musa, and other high-ranking military officials.
They paid tribute to the deceased, describing them as brave patriots who gave their lives defending the nation.
Prayers were offered for the departed, and accounts of their service were read aloud in the presence of grieving family members.
The Army also acknowledged the profound loss felt by the families, noting that their pain reflects the human cost of ongoing security operations, even as the courage of the fallen remains a source of pride for the nation.
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